A fast-moving four-alarm blaze in a Flushing building left four people dead, including a child, injured multiple residents and firefighters
Three people were killed and nine others, including five firefighters, were injured in a four-alarm fire in Queens
City leaders say booming population and new industry could push Greensboro to 400,000 residents, requiring major fire department expansion by 2040
Bartenders, hotel workers and taxi drivers who serve as volunteer firefighters run drills to prepare for protecting Michigan’s historic Mackinac Island
Federal investigators say the officer had recently returned to duty after a stroke and heart failure diagnosis, highlighting gaps in return-to-work medical clearance
EXCLUSIVES
Do you run mental rehearsals for fireground work?
On this week’s Better Every Shift, Dr. Rich Gasaway explains the power of visualization in fireground training and decision-making.
SPECIAL REPORTS
UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
A tactical playbook for firefighters, company officers and chief officers
A practical playbook for protecting soft targets without disrupting public life
From the Super Bowl to the Olympics, veteran chiefs reveal how to build a unified command structure that holds under pressure — before the first siren sounds
From idea to implementation, fire service leaders detail the process of standing up health centers that are redefining firefighter readiness
Demystifying NERIS requirements with practical, hands-on examples
Prepare your department to secure funding for safety equipment that matches today’s operational demands
Lessons from agencies mastering real-time collaboration under pressure
From checklists to command-post placement, leaders must build the foundation for confident command
Turn fragmented systems into seamless collaboration during critical incidents
Battalion Chief Steve Conn and Lt. Bassel Ibrahim detail mayday lessons from real-world events and progressive training
This informative webinar will provide key information on how two public safety agencies (one police and one fire) funded comprehensive smartphone programs that provided issued devices to all personnel.
Exploring what the survey data reveals about how fireground tactics are executed and how safety culture is perceived
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
Vehicle-mounted systems extend protection beyond the bay, addressing cancer risk, space constraints and long-term maintenance challenges
A practical guide to finding funding, writing stronger applications and making the case for rescue-specific gear
As urban settings grow more complex, modular training structures offer fire departments greater flexibility than traditional container props
When personnel can raise concerns without fear of exclusion or reprisal, the organization becomes safer, stronger, and better equipped to serve the public
WATCH NOW
Even if you can’t travel out of town for a vacation, you can still make the most of your time off; here are some tips to help responders enjoy a staycation right at home
OFF DUTY
When it comes to exercise, supportive equipment is non-negotiable
Recommended books for entertainment or professional development
Dive into a curated collection of must-read public safety books, from thrilling accounts and leadership lessons from the front lines, to read-aloud children’s favorites
Pack your gear, fire up that stove, and get ready to chow down like a king under the stars
Train smarter and stronger with these fitness tools
From painter’s tape to a post-project wash box, stock up on these DIY essentials
Our handy guide helps you make informed choices about cruise lengths, packing essentials and pre-cruise preparation
Memorial Day has a specific purpose, and maintaining that purpose is important
Show your pet’s public safety pride with these pet sweaters, tags and costumes
Prioritize your wellbeing to pave the way for sustained healthy living
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FEATURED EDUCATION
The move could signal that criminal charges are being considered in the death of the 21-year-old who had a medical emergency at New York State Fire Academy
“When we see these signs, it will be bittersweet. It’s a reminder of the loss — not that we ever forget it — but it also lets us know that the communities won’t forget him,” Peyton Morse’s father said
The fire department report stated that Firefighter Jason Cortez may have accidentally opened the valve and cited COVID-19 restrictions in requiring firefighters to do some training tasks alone